Category: Wine Sharing & Hosting
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Direct From Europe Wine: Why Buy Now for the Holidays
The holidays may feel months away, but the most sought-after European wines will not wait. Discover why now is the time to secure rare vintages, original packs, and memorable bottles for gifting and entertaining.
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6 Fall Wine Pairings for the Season
Celebrate the flavors of autumn with six thoughtful fall wine pairings featuring grower Champagne, Chablis, Burgundy, Beaujolais, Oregon Pinot Noir, and Condrieu.
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Best Wines for Halloween: Bottles With a Dark Side
Witches, ghosts, crows, and devils appear across some of California’s most collectible wines. Discover bottles made for opening after dark.
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The Best Wines for Labor Day Weekend
Labor Day weekend calls for wines that move easily from a warm afternoon into a relaxed evening. Discover Champagne, crisp whites, rosé, and lighter reds made for the final long weekend of summer.
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Summer Wines for Every Occasion
Summer entertaining isn’t about finding one perfect bottle. It’s about choosing the right wine for every occasion. From welcoming guests with Champagne to pairing reds with the grill and opening something memorable after dinner, discover our guide to the best summer wines for every gathering this season.
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Why We Save Wine for Special Occasions
From weddings and anniversaries to graduations and milestone birthdays, wine has long helped mark life’s most meaningful moments. Discover why collectors save special bottles for the future and how wine becomes part of the memories, traditions, and celebrations that shape our lives.
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The Sommelier’s Guide to Wine and Pizza Pairings
The Sommelier’s Guide to Wine and Pizza Pairings Find out what wines go best with pizza (and what to avoid.) Wine and pizza pairings may seem simple, but the nuances and varieties of both can make for many different combinations! At its core, pizza leans bold, cheesy, and salty, so you’ll want wines with energy,…
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At the Table: Wines for Meaningful Gatherings
Mother’s Day gatherings, BottleRock weekends, and the start of summer entertaining season all carry their own rhythm. A closer look at the wines that shape atmosphere, conversation, and memorable moments around the table. Read the full piece.
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Unexpected White Wines for Spring
Spring often calls for familiar choices, but some of the most memorable bottles come from less expected places. From dry Furmint to Vermentino and Chablis, these wines bring freshness, balance, and a different perspective to the table. Each offers the same versatility as classic spring whites, with just enough distinction to stand out. Here’s how…
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Spring & Easter Wine Pairings: What to Drink This Season
Fresh flavors, lighter dishes, and a table that brings everything together. Spring is a natural shift in how we eat and drink, and Easter sits right at the center of it. From wines like Summer Dreams Walking on Venice Beach 2021 and Thierry Laffay Chablis Côte de Léchet 2022 alongside green vegetables, to Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste…
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